You Are Not Alone

You might looking for a fresh start on your finances. The bad news is that you might be hurting financially. The good news is that the bad news can be old news. Bankruptcy is a tool that can change people’s lives for the better.

Millions of Americans file bankruptcy because of circumstances beyond their control: job loss, excessive medical bills, the downturn of the real estate market, or a family crisis such as a death or divorce. Credit card debt typically follows these other maladies, and is often used as a last resort for struggling families and individuals.

Initial Consultation

A low-cost initial consultation with Lund Law Office, SC, a bankruptcy lawyer serving the Front Ragne in Denver, Colorado and Cheyenne, Wyoming, will explore alternatives to bankruptcy depending on your circumstances. Your best move is always to seek professional legal advice before taking the ‘deal’ offered by the ‘debt settlement experts.’ Contact our office for an initial bankruptcy consultation.

Your finances and credit can actually improve by filing bankruptcy, affording you the “fresh start” that the United States Supreme Court referred to:

“It gives to the honest but unfortunate debtor…a new opportunity in life and a clear field for future effort, unhampered by the pressure and discouragement of preexisting debt.” — Local Loan Co. v. Hunt, 292 U.S. 234, 244 (1934).

Foreclosure and Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy can be an invaluable tool in saving your home, managing mortgage arrears, or addressing deficiency judgments and sometimes bankruptcy is the only tool available to protect the most valued asset for most families: your home.

A Chapter 13 filing provides an option for you to catch up on your missed mortgage payments and taxes, provided your budget is solid enough to structure additional payments for up to five years.

If your current mortgage doesn’t make any sense at all and foreclosure is imminent, a Chapter 7 bankruptcy can eliminate any personal liability you may have related to the notes used to finance your home. Many people overlook that a bank can pursue you for a deficiency judgment after a foreclosure, or in the case of a second or third mortgage holder: sue you outright for the unpaid balance on the mortgage note.

4) The share of bankruptcies attributable to medical problems rose by 50% between 2001 and 2007.

How this has come to pass is beyond the subject of my website, but the medical expense epidemic seems here to stay for the foreseeable future. Don’t we all miss the good old days, when you broke an arm, you could walk into the doctor and pay up front to get it fixed, cast and all for something that was affordable or with payment plans that were reasonable? I digress….

Will Bankruptcy Stop Wage Garnishments and Collections?

A garnishment or collection action can severely impact the lives of an individual or family. Once a bankruptcy is filed, creditors may NOT garnish your wages for debts that existed at the date of filing, unless for court ordered child support or maintenance. In fact, if they’ve recently garnished money, you could have a chance to get some of it back.

Will I Lose Everything When I File For Bankruptcy?

No. Each individual who files for bankruptcy is entitled to an “exemption”, which dictates how much property can be protected for a “fresh start.” Colorado and Wyoming each have their own set of State exemptions. Wisconsin allows a debtor to choose either the state exemptions or the federal exemptions. If you’ve recently moved, the analysis involves an extra step to determine which set of exemptions to use. Contact the Lund Law Office to determine which exemptions you should use for your particular case.

Should You File Bankruptcy?

The Lund Law Office isn’t a ‘mill.’ Each case is different. You need to consult with an attorney to know what’s right for you. Endless hours on the internet searching message boards and advice from forums are no substitute for specialized advice when it comes to deciding whether you should file for bankruptcy or not. The Lund Law Office offers a free confidential consultation without any obligation on your part whatsoever. Call us at (307) 460-8598 to set up an appointment.

You may have alternatives outside of bankruptcy available to you. You also need a thorough analysis to determine which chapter of the bankruptcy code your case will be filed under, and what assets you’ll be entitled to keep after filing.

Meet Brad

Wyoming and Colorado Bankruptcy Lawyer Brad Lund of the Lund Law Office, SC is an attorney, assisting people to file for bankruptcy relief under the United States Bankruptcy Code. Mr. Lund is actively licensed and admitted to the Bars and US District Courts of the States of: Colorado, Wyoming and Wisconsin. With experience of personalized bankruptcy service, his offices are located in Denver, Colorado and Cheyenne, Wyoming and can service all your personal bankruptcy needs. Contact Mr. Lund of the Lund Law Office today for further information or for a low-cost initial consultation.

Disclaimer

The information contained in this web site is general information regarding the law. Nothing contained herein constitutes the formal rendering of legal advice, nor can it create an attorney/client relationship by your visiting this web site. The law changes and only a consultation can confirm anything you may have read on other websites, including this one.